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alece — Sat, 23 May 2009 14:26:59 -0000

i've never been a consistent journaler. even now, i much prefer to type than write. but dang those writeable moleskines. i've been handwriting more than ever.

i'm still sending you one. i'm waiting for you to send me your addy and which one you want!

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Kjay — Thu, 21 May 2009 00:35:46 -0000

When I was in second grade, I was sure I was writing the next Great American Novel... turns out, it bored me enough that I never actually finished it. I do love the connection of blogging, though it's not exactly a career path for me... thanks for sharing!

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JAS-- — Wed, 20 May 2009 22:02:06 -0000

I agree with you. There is something about blogging that becomes addictive to those of us journaling wannabes. And it IS all about the listening. :)

Love your blog.

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DebbLou — Wed, 20 May 2009 20:46:53 -0000

Your post was wonderful... sometimes we forget to watch each step we take and we stumble along with out really looking where we are going or where we have been... I am going to start being more aware of where I step and make it the right stepping stone leading me down the right path... We will all get where we are going one little step at a time... thanks for making me "think" about my life... the last few weeks I have been overwhelmed by Life and am unable to blog (journal); but, if I stop worrying about everything I will find my way back ... thanks for making me realize that I am not taking the right path in my life...

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nursecarter — Wed, 20 May 2009 20:14:52 -0000

This is a beautiful post, and I can't say enough about how true it is! I LOVE the message here, and the canvas is GREAT as always. 8-)

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Transparent Mama — Wed, 20 May 2009 20:04:17 -0000

I feel the same way about blogging. It makes me pay attention. When something crazy happens that would normally stress me out, I think, "Well, this will be fun to write about."

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Marla Taviano — Wed, 20 May 2009 18:33:25 -0000

Love this post. Mmmmm....
I'm a journaler through and through Writing invigorates me. I can't not do it. All. The. Time.

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Ed — Wed, 20 May 2009 18:28:16 -0000

In Rhode Island we have the Plymouth Rock. The symbolic rock upon which our Pilgrim ancestors first step onto what would become America.

From Matthew 16:18 we read that Jesus said to Simon Peter, "That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it."

Then of course we have all the rocks people say are rattling around in what passes for my brain.

It is in our minds where we either build a wall to close off life, or a foundation to support our faith. The physical location of our bodies is often a product of circumstance, not design.

Whether we live in a mountain top, a shore front mansion, or a one room cabin, we see the world through our hearts, not our eyes.

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Robynn's Ravings — Wed, 20 May 2009 17:36:13 -0000

You are so right, Gitz. Now that we blog we have to open our eyes to see all and try not to miss things. It tightens us up and helps us not to pass up blessings and to (sometimes...) look at even the difficult things in a meaningful or even humorous light. I haven't been laughing this week and felt pretty rough but I just jumped in and started writing this morning and God has returned my joy. I KNOW I'm right where I should be. Blessings my friend. You find EVERYthing to be thankful for. :)

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Ani Karg — Wed, 20 May 2009 17:07:27 -0000

Wow! I absolutely loved this!! Thank you so much for giving me something to think a little bit more carefully and prayerfully about. Very Inspiring~
Love, Ani (Dirty Knees)

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Sara Ross — Wed, 20 May 2009 16:57:28 -0000

My Dad likes to say, "God is waiting for you...All you have to do is show up."

I enjoyed reading about you writing when you were little. My daughter is a poet. I have just helped her set up a blog.

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Leslie — Wed, 20 May 2009 15:58:12 -0000

Considering the title of this post and the cute, furry mug at the top of this page, I thought for sure this was going to be about something Riley did!

I've always had the urge to write also. I've found it easier as I've gotten older because I've had more life experiences and therefore, have more to say!

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MandyThompson — Wed, 20 May 2009 15:12:26 -0000

"Funny thing happened on the way to making you all happy, though."
You're funny!

:) When I started blogging, I also noticed the little things... Now that I'm twittering, I think in small spurts. That can't be good.

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Lauratina — Wed, 20 May 2009 13:45:18 -0000

I've journaled and stopped and started and stopped and started and stopped, and I've repeated that pattern too frequently to even begin to count. It's always with fervor and conviction that I begin, but all too soon things start interfering like the need for additional sleep (my attempts at early morning journaling) or other activities (who can miss even one episode of American Idol, for example?!?!) Arrrrrggggghhhhhhh!!!

Someday, after I've left this planet and my family finds themselves sifting through my personal effects, they will find these journals with entries written at varying times and intervals throughout my life, and will say, "Well, you can say one thing for her.....she kept trying, anyway." A part of me hopes that's worth at least a little something.

Discipline......what's that?! :-[

You are an inspiration, Sara, and I'm so grateful to be able to share even just a little part of this life's journey with you! Blessings & hugs! :*

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Mandy — Wed, 20 May 2009 13:33:28 -0000

That's what I love about blogging too!! It just never works out when you try to keep a journal, does it?

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tonia — Wed, 20 May 2009 13:29:25 -0000

I just want to thank you for your blog. It has been such an inspiration to me. There are times when I feel as though I am constantly tripping because I'm not using the stepping stones and for this reason the ground constantly feels shaky. My 14 month old, Liam, has a chronic illness and is unable to eat any foods. He has a g-tube and is on a special elemental formula. We spent most of the month of March in the local children's hospital. We were told yesterday he may have to go back. This week is National Eosinophil Awareness week. There is no cure for him, yet. I am hopeful...trying to see the stepping stones. Again, thank you for writing.

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Vicky — Wed, 20 May 2009 13:28:09 -0000

Girl, did you crawl inside my head today, again? Exactly what I was thinking on my way home today. The whole "paying attention," which I seem to do more and more as I go about my days. And as I do, my abundance grows, and my gratitude for my abundance!

(I used to sit and copy the words out of Winnie the Pooh in an attempt to write early on)

I'd be so honored to win today! I'd think of you every time I read those words. Sweetie, your world may be small, but you are not small in your world!!

Love to you! 8-)

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Ashley — Wed, 20 May 2009 12:08:17 -0000

Thanks once again for your words of wisdom!! I too have always tried, unsuccessfully, to journal.. And now I blog instead ;) Thanks for brightening my day!!

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Amanda — Wed, 20 May 2009 12:01:56 -0000

Gorgeous post. Your attitude makes me smile every day. :)

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Lexy — Wed, 20 May 2009 11:26:08 -0000

Wow, what a great post! It speaks right to the heart of something I've been really working on - being still and paying attention, not taking anything for granted. I appreciate your thoughtful posts and look forward to them every morning :)

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Andrea Linder — Wed, 20 May 2009 10:59:01 -0000

I couldn't agree more! When things "happen" that seem so awful and inconvenient, they often end up being a blessing in disguise!

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Kates — Wed, 20 May 2009 10:36:30 -0000

I am 7 weeks tomorrow!!! I am so excited!!! I sat looking at your canvas last night and knew that my rock of burden has been broken into the stepping stones that will bring us this precious little peanut. :) :) :)

Love from WI,
Kate

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Candace — Wed, 20 May 2009 10:32:00 -0000

Another great post! :)

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deanna — Wed, 20 May 2009 10:04:21 -0000

I can always tell you put a lot of thought into each of your blog posts. This one is no different.

God tells us to "Be still and know that He is God", but I know in our busy, rushed days its hard to do. I personally would like to take today as an opportunity to be still and see what God has in store for me.

Thanks for this post!

P.S. Great canvas too!

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coloradolady — Wed, 20 May 2009 10:01:59 -0000

This one was good, and boy is it true. Loved the quote, but then again, you always have just the right one to share.

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